Superman Adventures Compendium One TP

Written by Paul Dini, Scott McCloud, Mark Millar and Others Art by Rick Burchett, Terry Austin and Others This first of two volumes based on the hit cartoon show collects the animated Superman's first appearance in The Batman Adventures #25 plus Superman Adventures #1-28 and Superman Adventures Annual #1. This edition also includes bonus stories from Superman Adventures Special: Superman vs. Lobo - Misery in Space #1, Superman Adventures Titus Game Edition #0, and the comic adaptation of the TV crossover episode, Batman & Superman Adventures: World's Finest #1.

Language: English
Page Count: 928
Size (in inches): 6 5/8" x 10 3/16"
Creator(s): Various
On-Sale Date: June 17, 2025

Omar’s Key Takeaways (acually Don's, cause he's filling in ;)

1. An Animated-Era Superman That Still Hits Hard
Dom praises how this compendium isn’t just a cartoon tie-in—it’s a deeply heartfelt and smartly written series that nails Superman’s essence.

“Every single issue has the heroic Superman that I think we’ve all been waiting for… even when he’s on his deathbed, he hears someone in trouble and bolts out of the ambulance to save them. That gives me the nicest feels. That’s Superman.”

2. Not Just Fists—But Thoughtfulness and Heart
Whether it’s investigative journalism, moral dilemmas, or magical vulnerabilities, this version of Superman balances might with brains and empathy.

“Sometimes it’s about solving things not with his fists, but with smarts and compassion… and sometimes, just trying to be a good person despite all the obstacles.”

3. Deep Bench of Villains and Emotional Stakes
From Brainiac to Mr. Mxyzptlk, Livewire, Lex Luthor, and even Lobo, the rogues' gallery is both fun and thematically rich.

“You get doppelgängers, public opinion battles, Brainiac’s crystalline traps, and even a Lobo story that’s oddly touching… The art blends Bruce Timm’s style with Ditko and Swan energy. There’s so much emotion packed into this.”

4. More Than Just Superman
There’s time for Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, Batgirl, Supergirl, and even the Daily Planet. Dom especially celebrates Lois’s “sass and storm,” and the sense of real human stakes.

“Some issues focus more on the people he protects. Lois gets some spotlight stories that are clever, fearless, and warm. Even Jimmy has to hustle under pressure—and it’s honestly hilarious.”

5. One of the Best DC Compendiums Yet
Between the clean curation, added extras, and the sheer emotional range of stories, Dom calls it a standout among modern DC collections.

“It’s really hard to pass up on this if you love the DCAU. This feels like Saturday morning cartoons—with heart, intelligence, and great pacing. Totally worth it.”